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Category: Steakhouses [Edit]
Neighborhood: Back BayHynes Convention Center (Green)
Mon-Wed. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Thu-Sat. 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sun. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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When Amex mails me promotional stuff I usually just toss it out, but when I received a $50 discount to Capital Grill I decided to take them up on it. I'd been here a few times before but it'd been a while so I figured why not?
For a Tuesday night dinner out the place was packed! Over a 25 minute wait I enjoyed a dirty martini that was just ok. (If you're wondering how one can make an "ok" dirty martini don't ask me. All I'm saying is that I've had better). Once seated I split a nice 1/2 bottle of chianti and rather tasty chopped salad while snacking on an assortment of bread. The waitress recommended the lamb, a kona sirloin and the porterhouse. My dinner date ordered the porterhouse and I order the kona. I'm just going to put it out there-- the Kona Crusted Dry Aged Sirloin was amazing. It's some "secret" blend of kona coffee and spices that completely satisfies. Tip: don't share it with any else until the end. You'll just ruin their meal. I was kind enough to share a few bites with my dinner date, and it only left him jonesin for more. [Sigh] Poor little porterhouse.
I also have to add that three days later I received a note in the mail from my waitress telling me that it was a pleasure to serve us, she was glad I loved the kona and that next time I should try the lamb. What can I say? I was really impressed and I will be back for sure.
Don't over look the Capital Grille for week-day meals. If you do it right, you won't break your budget and its worth every bite.
I brought my bf here for his birthday last year and it was a great experience. If you're looking for romantic ambiance, I would definitely recommend Capital Grille.
Bf ordered a surf and turf, cooked medium-rare and I went with a medium-cooked filet mignon. The only problem was that they mixed up the doneness of our steaks. It wasn't a big deal to us; we just switched them. I wasn't going to finish my 10 oz. anyway and his was a 6 oz.? The filet was very beefy, and saucier than the meat at other steakhouses. I actually prefer Fleming's and Ruth's Chris over Capital. Yayyy for chocolate birthday cake though :)
The extra star goes to our fabulous waiter. I forgot his name but he was rather young with very short to no hair. He was informative without being rude. He came by our table at all the right times. He made sure we felt very comfortable. Simply put, he dazzled us.
This is my favorite restaurant in Boston. I cannot get enough. It's pricey, but I think absolutely worth it. I hate to say it, but I like my steak well-done. And this place knows how to do a well-done steak. The filet mignon is always moist and delicious.
That atmosphere is great and the servers are more than attentive. The most recent server we had gave us his card - I guess we can call him to satisfy all of our steak needs from now on!
4 1/2 Stars,
Steaks were great, sides were amazing, and service was excellent. Lots of bottles of wine to choose from around $30 which is nice option to have. My only complaint is we showed up to the bar about 30 minutes before our reservation and ordered drinks. Im not trying to be snobby or anything but when you go to a place like that and pay $30 for two drinks, I expect chips or nuts with the drinks. Really its the only reason Im not giving it 5 stars.
Place is stellar.
Capitol Grille has by far the BEST martini in Boston! The Stoli Doli is heavenly, and their signature drink. Its simplicity is simply elegant. Pineapple-infused Stoli vodka, straight up. (This is no "Moose Juice" - the rip off served at Bugaboo Creek.)
My fiance is not a martini fan, other than an occasional dirty martini. But he LOVED this one and ordered a couple for himself. This martini is so frothy and delicious. It is the best martini outside of New York City. Truly - you will love it, especially if you are a fan of real pineapple!!
Although we haven't eaten at this Capitol Grille, we have eaten at the one in Washington, DC. I can only believe that the steaks are just as phenomenal at the Boston establishment as well. Enjoy!!
Amazing dining experience. Bottom line.
Most of the credit for the great experience we had there lies with our waiter, Levi. His recommendations were spot on. He helped us pick an excellent wine (which was marked down by almost $100 per bottle), and pointed out the best entrees for our tastes.
I ordered off the restaurant week, got the Kona sirloin. It was perfect. One of the best meals I've ever had.
I'd be willing to go back here and spend a whole lot of money.
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First of all - Restaurant Week is definitely the best thing to happen to Boston.
Now, onto the Capital Grille...the Kona Encrusted Steak was one of the best steaks I have ever had. The filet mignon was done well (which is tough to do), and everything was cooked perfectly. So, I give them 5 for trying.
The menu is huge (which is awesome for an expensive restaurant - I feel like the higher the price the smaller the menu gets - but the prices of the regular menu are ridiculous, and that's why I had to settle for 4 stars. They had a nice restaurant, great service, and good food, but no steak alone is worth $40 at regular price. That's not even including a side!!
None the less, if you can get a reservation for Restaurant Week, or if you're dying to blow your money after this week is over, you definitely need to go!! NOW!!
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This place is the best all around steakhouse I have been to in Boston. Everything they have here is delicious, including their drinks. The wedge salad has these amazingly thick, large chunks of bacon to complement the sharp bleu cheese dressing. My porterhouse has always been cooked medium-rare, just the way I like it. The creamed spinach is well balanced and smooth on the tongue. We also drank this fabulous wine that only Capital Grille has and it made our steaks taste even better.
Now, my fiance always thinks that the side dishes really make or break a dish sometimes. I have to agree with him just this once because the lobster mac and cheese was orgasmically decadent. Huge chunks of lobster were hidden underneath the crispy, crunchy baked top and gently nestled with the soft noodles and cheesy sauce. I really like that they have the fresh berries with cream because it is that perfect bit of brightness after a heavy meal.
I have been here for special occasions and on a random Tuesday night because I was having an especially rough week. It is always fantastic and my go-to place for steak.
Never disappoints. Great wine, great food, great atmosphere, great service! During our recent visit we started with the spicy calamari, bread basket and lobster bisque. All fabulous per usual! I had the filet mignon which could almost be cut with a fork, phenomenal. My husband had a special--large fresh scallops over risotto. Great presentation and just delicious. Sides are awesome too. Love the lobster mac and cheese, and all forms of potatoes! And if you feel the need to have a vegetable the asparagus is good too. If you like coconut cream pie this is THE place to get it. Fantastic! Your own individual pie (actually it is more like a large tart).
You will surely roll yourself out of there after dinner and tote along your leftovers perfectly wrapped and in a shopping bag so you can enjoy it all again the next day!
I haven't been to too many "true" steakhouses (Palm in Boston, Peter Luger in NYC, and Gibsons in Chicago), but CG is on the bottom of my list. This place "seasons" their (so so quality) steak and has an annoying scene. If it were less full of itself and focused more on good food and honest service, it'd be a big improvement.
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Hands down, best steak I've ever had. I ordered the gorgonzola and scallop encrusted sirloin (cooked medium rare), and was incredibly thrilled with my choice. The meat was tender and juicy, and the encrusting was a delicious addition. As far as sides go, the asparagus in hollandaise sauce was perfectly steamed, and the truffle fries with parmesan were tasty. Both very good accompaniments to the meat. The food was top notch, as was the wine.
Our server, however, always seemed preoccupied with his nearby tables, even looking to them while he was talking to us. And, I was very surprised at how noisy it was. My date and I could hardly hear each other at times. The decor was nice, as was the atmosphere. Warm and inviting, just as I like it.
If I could give 3.5 stars, I would - food was great, service was OK, atmosphere was good.
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I'm not a huge fan of this place. Maybe it's because I came during Restaurant Week for the first time, and maybe it's because I'm used to Ruth's Chris. But nothing about this restaurant stuck out at me as being a quality steak house (besides the prices of course).
At first look, I thought Capital Grille's ambiance was awesome. Then we got seated and I realized it looked like any other restaurant. This is fine, but after going to Ruth's Chris and experiencing it's quiet and unique seating, this was a let down.
Soon our flat out creepy server came over. He tried to push a very expensive martini on us. No thank you. He came back and immediately tried to sell us on the most expensive appetizer on the menu. It was pushy and made me very uncomfortable. Finally, we ordered our food.
I got the salad, koda crusted sirloin and the chocolate espresso cake. The salad was fine... nothing special. The desserts were really good. My boyfriend got the other option (caramel gelato with chocolate sauce) and both were awesome.
As for the steak... I was thoroughly unimpressed. Maybe I'm just not used to sirloin. I probably shouldn't have ordered it medium well. But the steak was tough and flavorless. It reminded me of why I didn't like steak for several years (until I went to Ruth's Chris). The sides were fine... again, just like anything I could get anywhere else.
The server made sure to try to sell us coffee or tea before the night was out. While cleaning up, he smeared spinach all over our table by mistake. Awesome.
So obviously, my conclusion is that if you're going to drop a shitload of money on good steak, go to Ruth's Chris. The ambiance, service and food are much better.
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Capital Grille knows how to cook a steak, for sure! They also really know how to highlite their restaurant during restaurant week. I had a reservation for 7:15 and was seated within moments of arriving. The waiter was very attentive and recommended an excellent glass of wine to pair with my filet mignon. The decor is traditional and cozy.
Now to expand on the food... the clam chowder was hot and very good. Not too runny, but not super thick either. The filet... omg... amazing. I always order my steak well done, and no one ever seems to know how to cook a steak like that without it being dry. This steak was soo juicy, I am in love. The sides, mashed potatoes and creamed spinach were average, but I did not want to stuff myself with potatoes when I had such a good steak in front of me. To finish, I had the chocolate espresso cake. It was really moist and topped with fresh raspberries.
I will absolutely be visiting here again... and again... and again. I don't care how much it costs.
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There isn't much more to be said than what already has been said, but the Capital Grille knows what they are doing with their meat. (insert office punchline)..
The dry aged meat is..wait, wait, wait for it....super JUICY.. and cooked to perfection. They take great care in preparing their prime cuts of beef and its evident when it comes to your plate. The sweet bread appetizer is killer here. If you dont know what sweet bread is, you should look it up, or just go cry in a corner for not being food savvy. K, thanks. But yeah, the sweet bread is a perfect way to start a meal here.
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If you want a mouthwatering steak with an awesome wine selection and outstanding service - go here. You will be treated like royalty, your steak will be fresh, grilled to perfection. I love this place. Be prepared to pay up, but it is worth every dime.
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I visited last Friday night and was impressed with the service. The menu does have a vast selection of beer, wine by the bottle, cocktails and such. More variety of entrees on the menu would be a welcomed addition. Decided to get the filet mignon and was impressed. I would go back in the future, but it definitely isn't my top choice for steak.
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Capital Grill is a Boston Culinary Institution, and its reputation is well deserved. The food is top notch, and the wine list is just splendid. It's dark, masculine, conservative, and at times a bit snooty. If I need a nice steak and a perfectly paired Bordeaux and I don't want to worry about what I'm going to get, Capital Grill is a reliable option and always on my short list.
However, for the class of restaurant, I think there are other options available in Boston that are more modern, exciting and enjoyable.
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Capital Grille did not disappoint!! For my boyfriend's birthday we opted for a change of pace and came here instead of Abe and Louie's. I thought the service was great and the wine selection was very impressive.
The french onion soup was DELICIOUS and our steaks were cooked to perfection. The Kona crusted steak was surprisingly good as well. I would definitely come here again.
A silly complaint but one I need to mention is that the menus are the size of a small poster board. I am not exaggerating, they are huge. If you consider your self clumsy and prone to knocking things over you should be prepared for the poster board they call a menu here.
My wife and I made the mistake of trying to get a reservation during BU parents' weekend. All we could get was a 9:30 reservation. We had a hard time getting parking, rushed to get there and arrived starving and flustered.
We sat down and were immediately greated by friendly Irish waiter named Stan. I said "Stan before I can even look at this menu, we need Beefeater martinis and a dozen oysters." He didn't bat and eye and quickly returned with said drinks and oysters. I had a good feeling about this night.
My wife and I proceeded to have a fantastic, lingering meal. So lingering that as we finished our espresso we looked around and realized it was after midnight and there was no one else in the restaurant. Stan offered a refill on the espresso. I jokingly asked if he'd rather us leave. To which he wittyly responded "we have a hard enough time getting customers in the door, why would we kick you out of it?"
In all honesty the food at the high end steak houses is pretty much the same. It's the service that sets them apart. The only critique I can offer to Cap Grille is that I wish they would encourage a certain level of dress. I know the neighborhood lends to it, but I didn't enjoy seeing so many guys wearing jeans with untucked button up shirts. If I'm in suit and tie entertaining clients, I'll be inclined to go elsewhere.
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And so we delve again into my previous lives (both in this life and the reincarnated ones)...
In addition to being an Ancient Egyptian and from south of the border, I also think that I was an English noblewoman. Probably one of the lesser known ones who was not only the wife of a nobleman, but probably also a mistress of another. Because that's how I roll. The reason why I know this is because although I grew up in the big brown state of Nevada, and had not really experienced an Old English club atmosphere, I feel at home when I come to these places with the dark wood and hushed tones...which whisper dirty dealings and scandalous secrets to you.
Wintertime always makes me think of Boston, not only because I miss the snow, but because it was the time of year when I really got to know Boston.
How I managed to come to Capital Grille is a little strange...not a date, not a marriage proposal (I got that after consuming 2 bottles of wine and a port flight in Reno, but that's a story for another time), but because I had an okay job but managed to schmooze pretty well. Nowadays, pharmaceutical companies have to be a lot more strict about how they woo docs to prescribe their drugs, but back then, it involved a dinner for me and 2 docs I worked with (who are now married to each other, oddly enough) on New Year's Eve at Capital Grille.
As I was a) not prescribing anything other than my wisdom at that point and, b) along for the ride, I didn't have much say in what was selected from the menu for us to share. As I'm allergic to shellfish, what I could eat from what we ordered was limited (a FANTASTIC idea on NYE), but it was delicious nonetheless. Steak tartare? Sounds weird, but was actually pretty good for a picky eater like me. The wine selection was of course extensive, and the desserts we sampled were divine. I would have liked to try one of their steaks, BECAUSE I LIKE MY MEAT, but sadly it wasn't in the cards.
Very unlikely that I will go back, unless I find a doctor who likes wine to take me there.
Which could happen, because a psychic told me so.
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OMGosh... STEAK!
That's all I have to say... my experience was absolutely great here! I had been walking by this place every time I hit up Newbury St. and always wanted to try it but knew it would be quite expensive and wouldn't be a place to go with friends. Then my senior ball came around... and my bf at the time came to take me to the ball and told me to pick any restaurant I wanted for dinner. We had reservations right before the ball and it worked out beautifully... I got my hair done and got myself dressed, then he showed up at my apt, we took pics, then drove to the restaurant... I felt so important!
The valet treated us very well when we pulled up. The decor is dark and typical steakhouse feel, almost rugged chic I'd call it... mahogany wood lined every, my fave! As soon as we walked in the maitre d' greeted us and asked for our reservation name, told us they had a lovely table that would be ready in a few minutes and took us over to the bar to get a drink. The drinks were suberb and when they showed us to our table they took our drinks for us, top notch! We walked thru almost hte entire restaurant and i could hear people whispering as we were walking past and I mentioned something to my guy who told me when we sat down that everyone was admiring me because he heard a table comment on how absolutely gorgeous I looked and then he complimented me by telling me they were right and he couldn't be prouder walking in with anyone else. Awwww......
We had oysters off the half shell and beef carpaccio to start. Followed by steaks with sides of mashed potatoes and roasted mushrooms and a gorgeous bottle of Brunello to pair. The food was exquisite... the steaks cooked perfectly... the portions just right... and the timing between courses spaced to perfection. The lighting was dim and set a romantic mood and we were sat in the back room in a cozy quiet corner where we could talk and flirt and sip wine while gazing. The waitress seemed to sense our mood and was extremely courteous, helpful and lovely. We didn't know whether we wanted to get dessert beause we were so stuffed but did order after dinner drinks and with them came a complimentary flourless chocolate cake, yummy and perfect for two. I think after spending $200 for a bottle of wine, it was a nice gesture on her part to do that. She also knew my guy was a restaurant owner in NY so that could have been part of the persuasion as well.
To be honest, the entire experience left me feeling like i was a princess being taken out. I could not have asked for a better date and dinner. Although some may think its a chain consider the number of them they have.... I disagree on so many levels because chains jsut do not treat people this way. The restaurant company holds itself to a high standard from what I saw and that says a lot about your dining experience! Definite try if you have one near you... I'm planning on trying the one in stamford so I'll report on that one to compare! And oh yea... we went last may 2008!
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Holy food coma! We went here recently with family to celebrate a birthday- my boyfriend really wanted to try a traditional steakhouse and after reading several reviews, my boyfriend fell in love with the Kona steak idea and the rest is history.
We were really pleased with Capital Grille. The service was impeccable. We arrived and were seated almost immediately, and there was a "Happy Birthday" card on the table signed by the entire staff...it was a really nice touch. We were also seated under a giant Moose head which pleased the family because they live in Maine...
Onto the food: We had read the Lobster Bisque was tremazing and were really wowed by it...again, Mainers can be tough on anything lobster & they were really impressed by the soup. I enjoyed it, although I wish it had more sherry in it...but such is life. Other tasty appetizers included the french onion soup (which was slurped at light speed), the calimari and the special salad that had blue cheese and candied pecans on it...all were quite delish. I have no idea why we even bothered with appetizers because we ordered an insane amount of red meat and clearly couldn't finish it all once we had our appetizers...but thats the whole fun of eating out I guess.
I decided to give the porcini encrusted delmonico with the aged balsamic reduction a try and it was scrumdiddlyumptious. Prepared perfectly- pink & warm on the inside...the balsamic reduction was incredible. 2 others at my tabled opted for the Kona (espresso) steak and were also delighted with it, while another tried the Guinness braised short ribs special...all our food was phenomenal. Our waiter, Levi, laughed at us when we asked if the side dishes were big enough to split. These side dishes could feed a small army...seriously. We got the broccoli, the asparagus, and the au gratin potatoes and brought all of them home with us because the portions were enormous.
For dessert we tried the strawberries with gran marnier (I think it was called Strawberries Cap Grille) and the flourless chocolate cake...both were fabulous & were a great way to end the meal.
The wine list is endless (although the menu itself is seriously bulky, I wasn't a fan of that...its a HUGE menu in size which is tricky at a crowded booth) and we were quite pleased with all of our meals.
We left the restaurant Fat Happy... success!
This place is really special. My favorite steakhouse in Boston. When we made the reservation, we told them it was our anniversary and we were treated like kings. Great table, super-nice service, a really memorable night. I got the lobster and filet mignon with mashed potatoes, and I still dream about it at night. The waiter really went above and beyond, helping us find a movie and taking our picture to remember our great time.
I love the Capital Grille! Granted, I don't dine here too often due to the price but it is well worth the dough. Where do I start, the spicy calamari is delicious and may require a glass of water. (Maybe I'm a wimp?) The lamb chops are probably my favorite in the Boston area. They are well seasoned and do not need mint jelly. The hubby got the manly 24oz porterhouse, which is also delicious! On this trip we split the flourless espresso chocolate cake. I was in heaven! Flourless chocolate cakes happen to be my Achilles heal. Well done Capital Grille!
On our most recent trip, I ordered the slice filet with cippolini onions and wild mushrooms. It was so flavorful, I cherished every precious bite! The hubby ordered Delmonico steak...oh so tender. We split the hazelnut chocolate cake. I wasn't a big fan of this dessert. Although, four people could easily split this one. This dessert left me longing for the flourless variety. Oh well, there's always next time...
As for the sides, we prefer the lyonnaise potatoes over the au gratin. We've never gone wrong with the seasonal veggies either! There is always a pleasant atmosphere here and I'd never had bad service.
I'm not a steak person, but the steak here was AMAZING.
I went for restaurant week a few weeks ago. The bread basket is good. Clam chowder is yummy but the salad was doused in dressing so I'd skip that. The kona-crusted sirloin just melted in my mouth. I would get nothing else.
Wait staff was extremely friendly. I'm not a fan of the huge menus (literally!) and my wallet wouldn't be able to handle weekly visits. But a good place if you feel like splurging on some very good steak.
I love Capital Grille. I just love it. I've been here countless times. I've come with local people, I've brought French people here - everyone loves it.
Oddly, the lobster bisque is never on the menu. It's always a special. If they always have it, shouldn't it be on the menu? If they ever stop serving the bisque, I might die.
I typically order the Kona steak, medium. It is always the same, and always perfect. I love the flavor of this. The only problem I have is that if I don't finish it and take it home, it never tastes the same.
The noise level is actually not too bad considering how many people are always in there. Certainly not loud like Grill 23. It's warm and masculine, dark woods, dark leathers.
Nice touch - if a guest is wearing black, they switch out the white napkin for a black one.
Did I mention the bisque?
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What more can I say!! I am not very generous in giving out stars, especially 5 stars, however, Capital Grille deserves more. The food and the service are always PERFECT. I am always made to feel as if I am being welcomed home and the most important person there. I do not eat meat, but the fish is the best in Boston!! Everyone that we have brought to CG to dine has been extremely pleased. It is my #1 place to bring friends, clients and family, and we all love Paul!!! He is a keeper!!
If you've read any of my other reviews, you know I don't mess around when it comes to the subject of steak. And I'm going to put it out there that this was one of my favorite steaks I've ever had in my life.
I first heard of CG and the delmonico with porcini crust and balsamic reduction from a friend who traveled to Boston the week before I did - and came back raving. And so...I promptly challenged him to what I like to refer to as a "beef off" between CG and my very favorite beef establishment, the House of Prime Rib in San Francisco.
So in a way, I sort of went to CG on assignment. And all I will say is that I still keep the HOPR as my last meal on earth, but the CG's delmonico - out of all the steaks I've ever had - comes in at a very, very close second place. It's that good. And be sure to order a side of potatoes au gratin. And then be sure to run about 57 miles the next day to burn off the calories. But it is SO worth it.
Great wine list too. Excellent service. Good traditional steakhouse decor. Will definitely return to CG on my next trip to Boston.
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Love love love the Capital. Bartenders are great and the steaks and sides are always superb.
Not much to say, cuts of beef are awesome. Liked it more and more as I went here in both Boston and NYC.
I recommend getting the lobster bisque. It might be the best lobster bisque I've ever had, and I love that stuff.
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Amazing steaks...fantastic service...lively ambiance!
- Do you have $60 and not mind having just water for bevarage?
- Do you have blood thirst for kick ass steak?
- Are you in a mood of dining in the posh environment where wait staffs clean out the bread crumb you scattered on the table?
Then haul you ass right here. I happened to find old, old gift certificate I received from my boss 8 years ago. And I finally cashed in.
Great quality steak that comes in the size of a f--in' brick. And it tasted gorgeous.
Staffs are so polite and friendly. Usually fancy decors intimidates me(as I am kinda blue collar guy), but I felt very comfortable because of them.
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Good!!....
The decor is dark wood, mahogany type furniture. Its very quiet and good for intimate kinda dinner.
Steak is always good!...Can't go wrong!!....Expect to pay Big $$. I've been to this Capital Grille, as well as the one in Burlington, MA. Same setup and food. Only difference free parkin' in Burlington
I went here for Boston's Restaurant Week a couple weeks ago. I had been to Ruth Chris in Providence and Bobby Flay's in Atlantic City, now Capitol Grill was next on my list of high end steakhouses. I got the filet mignion and, sadly, I feel it didn't measure up to the others. It was a good steak, maybe even a great steak, and I would certainly eat there again, but Ruth Chris' was juicier and Flay's rub was tastier. Capitol Grill is up there as one of the better steakhouses I've been to but, given the choice, I'd rather drop $100+ at one of the other steak houses in it's class.
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This is one of your fancy "I make big bucks" type of steakhouse. I tried the steak au piovre, wasn't a big fan of the alcohol laden sauce, but the sides were tasty. The GM was nice enough to give free sides due to a mix up on their end.
There are many things to love about this place, mainly prosciutto wrapped mozzarella with a rich balsamic glaze, an over the top french onion soup with melty cheese and a super rich beef broth, parmesan truffle fries cut super thin and tossed with salt, parm and truffle oil. Oh and if you are hankering for a hunk of beef you can't go wrong.
I've had the coffee crusted bone-in sirloin which was perfectly seared and had an amazing shallot butter sauce. Every bite was dripping juicy, beefy, slightly nutty-coffee flavored goodness. If coffee rubbed beef isn't your bag, go for the filet oscar with enormous spears of asparagus steamed and yet still crisp, lumps of jumbo crab and a bernaise just on the verge of breaking. It is amazing. Again, the steak is perfectly cooked and the sauce is just so wonderful. I can feel my arteries clogging just thinking about this dish! There are 2 other steaks that I've tried which I must mention in this review. I loved the sirloin au poivre with the cognac cream sauce. The crushed peppercorns were not overwhelming, but formed a great crust (some places heap on the peppercorns and you can barely taste the beef). The cognac cream sauce is just that...a damn good cream sauce with hints of pepper and a rich mellowed cognac flavor. My other favorite beef dish at Capital Grille is the delmonico rib-eye. It's a perfectly cooked, bone-in, juicy cut o' beef served au jus. If you are looking to maximize your beef flavor this is the way to go, plus it's a huge portion (more than my stomach could handle).
I believe they have the usual sides, but for me it's all about the beef and the truffle fries. You can't go wrong. The service is always excellent as it should be considering what you will pay to eat this fine food and the location...well it's Newbury Street, but on the corner of Mass Ave so there's always a bit of an adventure happening all around the restaurant. There is, of course, a full bar and a huge wine list so you can blow your dough, get wasted, and eat an enormous steak with kick ass fries plus have left-overs!!
I was so excited about Capital Grille because I am such a sucker for a really really good steak.
The place is fancy.. just as the prices reflect it. Think warm wood colors everywhere and white linen table cloths. The service is superb. I even enjoyed the towels they had in the bathroom.
The food was... not up to par with other high end steakhouses I have been to (Ruth Chris, Chicago Chophouse, Morton's in Chicago). I ordered a ribeye and I wanted it rare. The server told me it would be better if it was cooked a little more.. I ended up getting medium rare which actually turned out to be medium. Didn't taste good. Kind of tough... dissapointing.
The mashed potatoes were a bit too salty for my taste and not worth $7. I also tried the asparagus. Nothing really too interesting there since it was only steamed and served with a butter sauce. The chocolate cakes I tried were only okay... it wasn't terribly expensive but not really anything amazing either.
I had a few drinks.. decent.. but probably the best part of the meal. I don't think I'll spend that much money here ever again.
Current mood: disappointed
After finding a great job in Boston, my friend wanted to celebrate and dine at Capital Grille. He was raving about how amazing it was and how he just KNEW I'd love it.
Well guess what, Luke? I HATED IT. Well, hate is such a crude word. I disliked it grandly. I left work early and got all fancied up in my pretty dress, and you wore your fancy blazer and khakis and I realized once I got there that I was slightly overdressed. Most people there wore jeans or regular black slacks... thanks a lot, punk.
Appetizers: Fried Calamari + Hot peppers (delicious, ample portion, crisp, and the peppers gave it a twist! Nicely done!)
Soup: Lobster Bisque (rich, chunky bites of lobster, it's a bit bland... whatever)
Entree: Porcini-rubbed Delmonico with the balsamic marinade cooked medium. Wonderful, took a big, hearty bite, and just awesome from the surface all the way to the middle.
But was it worth $130 for two people? I mean, the lobster soup, I could have made it at home and it would have tasted better... and the steak? C'mon. If I'm paying $50 for it, it better taste like a million bucks. I've had better. Try Fleming's in Nashville.. to die for. Eddie George and Steve McNair used to eat there allll the time. You don't see them in Capital Grille for a good reason. Even Morton's could top the Delmonico...
Pros:
-Decent food, not really worth the price
-The lighting was perfect- not too dark, not too bright
-Friendly waiter (who forgot about our food!)
Cons:
-Room was freezing- ladies, bring a down coat and gloves
-Order took almost an hour. We complained, but didn't even get an apology.
-If you younger than 30, trust me, they won't really care about how good your food tastes. They know you won't leave a hefty tip...
-bread was hard. ick
I don't know. Not as amazing as I hoped it to be.
People thought this was:
There are a lot of steak houses in Boston and this place, this location is my favorite! Nothing like a filet mignon at the Capital Grille. Everything about this place is class but comfortable. And you can get a Miller High Life believe it or not.
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